Mechanical Engineer

MDA Edge; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Orlando is seeking a Mechanical Engineer responsible for large-scale projects. The role involves system design, structural calculations, and project management. Candidates should have a strong background in mechanical systems, ideally with experience in amusement rides or aerospace.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience with Amusement Park Rides, Aerospace, or Heavy Manufacturing required.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical assembly systems.
• Perform system analysis/calculations including stress and reliability.
• Act as Project Manager on smaller projects.

Skills

Mechanical Engineer

System Design

Structural Calculations

Load Calculations

Material Stress Design

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Pneumatic

Hydraulic Control Systems

Stress Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

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Base pay range

$110,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr

JOB SUMMARY:

• We have a Mechanical Engineer position open in Orlando, FL. This position is responsible for mechanical engineering on large-scale projects. This position is responsible for mechanical engineering project requirements involving system design, structural calculations, acceleration forces, load calculations, material stress design, system installation, check-out support, and start-up assistance.
• Project requirements involving mechanical system design from scratch, analysis/calculations (stress/fatigue/etc.), acceleration forces, load calculations, material stress design, failure and effects analysis, risk assessment, component selection, and mechanical system installation/commissioning.
• This position requires a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, if does not have experience related to Amusement Park Rides, then must have similar experience from Aerospace or Heavy Manufacturing Designing Components and assemblies that are under great force and stress, is a must.
• This is a producer role with no opportunity for moving into leadership for at least 5-7 years.
• KEY SKILLS: Mechanical Engineer, System Design, Structural Calculations, Acceleration Forces, Load Calculations, Material Stress Design, System Installation, Drawings, Assemblies, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Pneumatic, Hydraulic Control Systems, Stress, Fatigue, Reliability, Stress Analysis, Amusement Ride Safety Standards (ASTM Standards), Microsoft Windows and Office.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Must be organized, technically competent, have effective oral and written communications, experienced in working in a multi-disciplined environment and interfacing with engineers, designers, and drafters
• Designs, develops, and implements fully integrated mechanical assembly systems to meet process requirements. As well as complying with any local or government agency design/implementation codes
• Knowledge of analyzing system design for Hazard analysis development and mitigation
• Understanding of Class 1 parts in order to minimize their need and optimize redundancy minimizing single points of failure
• Develops documents of system configuration and design. Documents include: Theory/Description of operation, Detailed mechanical system design description, system implementation/acceptance test plans, system routine maintenance/job plans
• Develops drawings of mechanical design, assemblies, and installation procedures on AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks software
• Ability to design and troubleshoot pneumatic and hydraulic control systems
• Ability to perform system analysis/calculations including: Stress, fatigue, reliability, life expectancy, tolerance studies
• Knowledge of ride system design requirements for attractions involving guest accelerations, reach envelope, ingress/egress, weight, and emergency evacuation analysis and implementation upon control system failure in worst-case scenarios
• Will assist with the initial start-up and debugging of integrated systems and the development of system documentation
• Individual will be working on system integration projects for clients in industries such as entertainment and manufacturing
• Will act as technical lead on projects and guide lower-level engineers, technicians, and contractors
• Will act as Project Manager on smaller projects ranging from $50k to $250k. This includes but is not limited to:
  • Develops and executes implementation plans for the project
  • Assigns work to meet overall project deadlines
  • Ensures that all project team members clearly understand the scope of W-M responsibilities
  • Develops schedules for W-M and customer requirements
  • Evaluates progress on project(s) and details changes
  • Responsible for all purchasing and subcontractor requirements
  • Responsible for the development of costs and proposal of change orders to contract scope

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering. Experience: 5+ years in the following areas: Amusement Park Rides, then must have similar experience from Aerospace or Heavy Manufacturing Designing Components and assemblies that are under great force and stress, is a must. An in-depth understanding of mechanical systems, components, stress analysis, acceleration forces, and knowledge of amusement ride safety standards (ASTM Standards). Experience with AutoCAD and SolidWorks is also desired. Key Competencies: Knowledge of contract documents and specifications. Ability to collect field data and accurately record findings. Ability to perform system design functions. Planning, Customer Focused, Timely Decision Making, Informing, Organizing, Priority Setting, Problem Solving TRAVEL: Ability to travel up to 35% PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF POSITION: Seeing, color perception, hearing, listening, clear speech, dexterity in hands, driving, lifting, climbing, ability to mount and dismount equipment, pushing, and pulling. WORKING ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS: Standard office environment, On-site office environment, and diverse industrial environments. Frequent PC usage, fax machines, copy machines, and phones.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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